A review by hauntedhexgirll
The Compound by S.A. Bodeen

3.0

I love dystopian fiction and this book was fast paced, suspenseful, and an easy read. Some my find Eli to be unlikable or even his sister but I don’t mind it, I feel like they are what you could expect of teenagers in their situation with a father like the one they have. The big twist felt very predictable, like you know what it is when going into the book, I think the “why” is the bigger mystery and the suspense on what will happen when the truth is revealed. The book was entertaining and worth the read, but I don’t think I am invested enough to read the sequel.

It is pretty solid for young adult and I feel like a younger audience would really enjoy it.

Though I must say as a 26 year old, the instant messaging conversation was cringey and annoying to read.